Concrete Hub

Giatec's Smart Concrete™ technology offers an effective solution for real-time monitoring of concrete strength during construction. The technology is simple. First, wireless sensors are embedded in the concrete at the time of pouring. Then, the…

Corrosion is a natural process that occurs when the steel rebar within reinforced concrete structures rusts. In scientific terms, concrete corrosion is defined as the “destruction of metal by chemical, electrochemical, and electrolytic reactions within…

Recent advances in drone technologies (also known as unmanned aerial vehicles, UAVs) and non-destructive testing (NDT) have led to significant changes in the way data is collected in the field, especially when it comes to…

Every year the Ottawa Business Journal (OBJ) recognizes ten local companies for their substantial, sustainable, and profitable growth. We’re proud to announce that Giatec has been recognized by OBJ as one of Ottawa’s Fastest Growing…

Attention all Australian contractors—you can now purchase Giatec's SmartRock2 concrete maturity sensors across all states and territories of Australia from our new distribution partner, BERRA Construction Products, and their network of trusted distributors. We have…

Alumni from the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Engineering are recognized for their contributions. Aali Aalizeh (PhD ’10 – Civil Engineering) was awarded the 2017 Financial Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

National Research Council Canada hails Giatec Scientific Inc. a success story for advancing the construction industry with technology and research. Article focuses on the success of Giatec products: iCOR™, XCell™ (corrosion detectors) and wireless concrete…

Giatec CEO and co-founder, Aali Alizadeh is interviewed on Techopia Live to unpack the challenges of concrete construction. Interview highlights Giatec’s revolutionary impact as an Ottawa start-up and global leader in the concrete industry.

Get to Know Aali Alizadeh, the CEO of Giatec Scientific and distinguished Forty Under 40 award recipient.

Brand differentiation, customer loyalty and quick decision-making capabilities are some of the benefits of using SmartConcrete™. This article explores some of the reasons why concrete producer, Stoneway Concrete uses SmartConcrete™. Smart Concrete™ is a value-added…

Announcing Giatec's selection to participate in the C100: 48 Hours in the Valley in San Francisco. Giatec was nominated for being one of Canada’s most promising companies; leading in IoT solutions, disruption and entrepreneurship.